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Maddinson runs hot with another Shield ton for Victoria

Victorian were in a strong position at 2-277, holding a first-innings lead of 25, at stumps on day two of the Sheffield Shield clash with NSW.

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These 11 Hunter public schools are in line for a new preschool by 2027

The state government has promised to build 49 of its promised 100 new preschools in regional areas.

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School one of four more sites laced with asbestos

The NSW Environment Protection Agency has identified four more public sites across Sydney that have been contaminated with asbestos, including a second school.

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Housing plan to support teachers in rural NSW

A new housing strategy is part of a NSW government plan to retain more teachers in some of the state's most isolated communities.

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Participants at retreat where man died after ayahuasca ceremony allegedly told not to talk, NSW inquest hears

Jarrad Antonovich died after drinking plant-based psychedelic and having frog toxin extract ‘kambo’ dabbed into burns

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Testing regime meant to stop toxic chemicals going into NSW landscape products gamed by suppliers

Exclusive: Manufacturers retest contaminated soil fill until it ‘complies’ with regulations and can then be used at childcare centres, schools or parks

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Logging backflip 'won't save gliders from extinction'

Scientists and conservation groups say a backflip by the NSW environmental watchdog will do little to shield greater gliders from the effects of logging.

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Criminal Investigation Launched After Yet More Asbestos Was Found In 100+ Sites Across Sydney

A criminal investigation has been launched after mulch containing asbestos was found in at least 25 different sites across NSW.

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Star Entertainment Signs Job Guarantee Deal with NSW Government

Star Entertainment signs a jobs guarantee deal with the NSW government, ensuring job security and supporting economic recovery in the state.

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‘Elder’ at spiritual retreat told not to send man affected by frog toxin to hospital, NSW inquest hears

Psychotherapist at retreat tells inquest she was told ‘no hospital’ after expressing concern for Jarrad Antonovich, who died later that night

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Star casino to keep jobs after NSW govt intervenes

Casino operator Star Entertainment will maintain 3000 jobs at its Sydney casino until at least 2030 following an agreement with the NSW government.

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Taylor Swift fans assured mulch issue won't stop shows

Asbestos-tainted mulch has been found at further sites as the NSW Environment Minister blames regulatory failure for the growing scandal.

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Corruption watchdog urged to better protect witnesses

The NSW corruption watchdog says it will better manage cultural sensitivities following the suicide of at least two witnesses from the Chinese community.

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More Than 50,000 Homes In NSW Are Being ‘Under-Utilised’ As Airbnbs Instead Of Renting Full-Time

Short term accomodation services such as Airbnb could be having a serious and negative impact on the availability of rentals in Australia, with property owners putting could-be homes up for short leases in order to make more money.

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NSW needs 'strong' measures to stop short-term rental money train

'Some are getting $300 or $400 a night instead of $700 a week.'

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Partner sues prisons over Indigenous inmate's death

A woman claims the NSW prison health system was negligent in the lead-up to the death of her partner, who suffered a fatal asthma attack while behind bars.

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Frustration as big cemetery trust refuses to open books

A religious charity overseeing public cemeteries has been attacked by a state auditor-general for continuing to refuse to open its books.

Newcastle Herald

A bit salty: Stockton, Carrington lead NSW air pollution stats

Officials say sea salt was a big factor in high particle readings.

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NSW mulls levy on Airbnb rentals to fix housing crunch

A levy on Airbnb-style short rentals is one option being considered by the NSW government to help address the worsening lack of housing options.

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Asbestos-tainted mulch potentially at hundreds of sites

Hundreds of sites are due to be tested for contaminated mulch including some outside Sydney as an expert group is formed to speed up the investigation.

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Nearly 100,000 NSW homes not being used for long-term housing, figures show

Housing review finds 33,000 homes, including Stayz and Airbnb listings, are registered as non-hosted short-term rentals

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Asbestos in Sydney mulch: what are the regulations and should they be tougher?

Contaminated batches of the landscaping product have been found across the city. We examine the rules for suppliers and whether NSW compliance measures are strict enough

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‘Filling potholes with rocks’: the $2bn task to repair NSW’s flood-damaged roads

Councils encouraged not to apply ‘Band-Aid’ solutions to restore damaged roads that were in poor condition before the 2022 floods

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NSW environment watchdog investigating asbestos ‘concerned’ about mulch sold throughout 2023

Exclusive: EPA also exploring recall of mulch products made by Greenlife Resource Recovery

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NSW upset Victoria to host one-day final against WA

Despite 196 from opener Tom Rogers, Victoria have suffered a surprise loss to NSW who will now host WA in the one-day final.

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